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Leigh Cuen

Freelance reporter

Leigh Cuen is a tech reporter covering blockchain technology for publications such as Newsweek Japan, International Business Times and Racked. Her work has also been published by Teen Vogue, Al Jazeera English, The Jerusalem Post, Mic, and Salon. Leigh does not hold value in any digital currency projects or startups. Her small cryptocurrency holdings are worth less than a pair of leather boots.

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Lawyers Rush In: New UNH Blockchain Program Nabs Big-Name Speakers

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New Bitrefill Service Aims to Make Lightning Payments Easy

Now bitcoin users can send someone a lightning payment without the hassle of setting up channels.

Jan 9, 2019

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Bitcoin Payments Aren't Dead, They've Just Gone Niche

Accepting crypto payments can help niche businesses build deeper relationships with customers – as this real-world example shows.

Jan 5, 2019

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Bitcoin's Warrior Queen: Lightning's Elizabeth Stark Is Building an Army

CoinDesk profiles Elizabeth Stark, an entrepreneur leading a new phase for bitcoin, the world's largest and most valuable cryptocurrency.

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Despite bitcoin's price volatility in 2018, P2P exchanges Paxful and LocalBitcoins each saw significant user growth in Africa.

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Coinbase Just Moved $5 Billion in Crypto to Prepare for Token Expansion

Crypto exchange startup Coinbase just move a huge chunk of all the cryptocurrency in circulation.

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Venezuela Isn't the Crypto Use Case You Want It to Be

Cryptocurrency enthusiasts love to talk about Venezuelan users as an example of bitcoin's subversive potential – but the reality is more complex.

Dec 19, 2018

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This Brazilian Bank Is Using Ethereum to Issue a Stablecoin

The Brazilian National Social Development Bank is to pilot a stablecoin based on ethereum to combat corruption.

Dec 17, 2018

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Sephora Shoppers Are Getting Their First Bitcoin Using Crypto Startup Lolli

Sephora has joined the list of retailers at which shoppers can earn bitcoin rewards via the Lolli app.

Dec 14, 2018

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